What do a private island in Tahiti, a game reserve in Kenya, and an elegant country estate in the mountains of Vermont have in common? They are all home to luxurious all-inclusive resorts.
Most of these resorts include accommodation, meals, beverages, and activities. Many are high-end and low-impact eco-resorts, with sustainability and conservation at their core. Others cosset guests in luxury villas on some of the most beautiful islands in the world, from over-the-water bungalows on one of Fiji’s best islands to eco-chic nature resorts in Indonesia. A couple are among the most expensive resorts in the world, while others offer excellent value – with everything, even activities, included.
Whether these resorts lie in the Caribbean or Kenya, they all offer personal service, pampering touches, and all-inclusive rates, so you can leave your worries – and your wallet – at home.
Find the perfect high-end hideaway with our list of the best luxury all-inclusive resorts in the world.
1. Conrad Maldives Rangali Island, The Maldives
The Conrad Maldives Rangali Island is a fantastic property with a variety of accommodations that include overwater bungalows, underwater sleeping options and experiences, and luxury at every turn.
Take your luxury all-inclusive resort experience to a whole new level when you book The Muraka Suite at Conrad Maldives Rangali Island. It is one of the most unique places you can sleep on the planet and perfect for a romantic honeymoon. The resort just finished up an extensive, multimillion-dollar renovation that led to a reopening in February 2022.
The primary bedroom is submerged some 16 feet below the Indian Ocean, and you sleep in what feels like your own personal aquarium, thanks to a 180-degree acrylic dome ceiling accessed via a spiral staircase or elevator. Lie in bed and watch sharks, rays, and an assortment of tropical fish float by.
The suite is a two-level affair and also works well for the ultimate family or friends getaway as it has an additional two bedrooms above the surface, along with a separate living and dining space, a bathroom featuring a sea view soaking tub, and an outdoor deck with its own swimming pool.
The Muraka Suite is separated from the rest of the resort, so it feels like staying on a private island, although you can easily access the restaurants and amenities at the Conrad should you wish for more company.
Included in the daily rate is a personal chef, a film crew to document your adventures, and a speedboat and Jet Skis to play on. A fitness trainer and personal masseuse can also be arranged.
If you can’t quite afford to stay in this suite, the rest of the Conrad Maldives resort is also impressive. And you can still have an underwater experience by booking a meal in the Ithaa Undersea Restaurant, which has a similar style domed ceiling for an aquarium vibe while you feast on Maldivian and international specialties.
Other accommodation options at this property include luxury villas and suites spread across two islands with either beach or sea views. Some of these are adults only, while others allow kids. The two-bedroom grand water villa is a top choice for families.
The spacious villa has a primary bedroom that completely opens up onto a large sundeck, with a Jacuzzi and a second bedroom with twin beds for the kids. The design is modern, with island touches like a traditional thatched roof and polished hardwood floors.
Other amenities include multiple restaurants and all sorts of water sports. You can spend your days windsurfing, scooter-snorkeling, catamaran sailing, or SUP boarding. There is a dive center on-site including bubblemaking diving for kids.
If you just want to relax and get pampered, the on-site spa will take good care of you. The resort is accessed by seaplane from the capital of Male.
2. Nihi Sumba, Indonesia
Eco-conscious and extraordinarily beautiful, the former surfing retreat of Nihi Sumba scores top billing on lists of the world’s best beach resorts. It presides over a wild and pristine palm-fringed slice of coast on the remote island of Sumba in Indonesia, about a one-hour flight from Bali.
It’s a fitting location considering the resort’s philosophy is “The Edge of Wildness.” The resort nestles within a nature reserve, and more than 2.5 kilometers of white-sand beach beckons beneath the cliffs below, with fantastic surfing, fishing, and snorkeling. You won’t find TVs here, just cool ocean breezes, island adventures, warm and friendly staff, and glorious sea views.
The 33 air-conditioned villas perfectly capture the essence of this tropical hideaway, with soaring thatched ceilings that peek out among the palms and sweeping ocean views. Configurations range from one to five bedrooms, and they come with features like large living rooms, private plunge pools, outdoor showers, and impeccable butler service. Families can reserve a delightfully quirky three-story treehouse.
If you can tear yourself away from the villa and beach, with its fantastic surfing, diving, and fishing, you can go horseback riding on the beach (the resort has an equestrian center), sign up for visits to nearby villages, explore hidden waterfalls, mountain bike, take a Land Rover safari, tour a chocolate factory, or relax at the beach club and pool.
For the ultimate in pampering, embark on a day-long Spa Safari with multiple treatments and healthy meals. Free daily yoga in a sea-view pavilion is also offered.
Rates include all meals, snacks, and some beverages and activities. Children are welcome, and some of the profits from your stay support the Sumba Foundation’s community projects, providing fresh water, medical care, and communal farms for local villages, so you can live in the lap of luxury and feel good at the same time.
3. The Brando, Tahiti
If you’re dreaming of a Tahitian tropical paradise with an eco-sensitive, low-impact approach, The Brando is for you. Set on a pristine private island embracing a three-mile lagoon, this carbon-neutral resort is the ultimate in laid-back luxury.
The resort was established by screen legend Marlon Brando to preserve the island’s beauty and biodiversity and serve as a model of sustainability —solar power, seawater air-conditioning systems, and other renewable energy technologies power the entire island.
Not surprisingly, nature lovers will be in heaven here. Flourishing coral reefs shimmer in the lagoon, birds flock to the shores, whales swim by on their annual migrations, and sea turtles nest on the bone-white beaches.
Set back from the beach, the thatched villas peek out unobtrusively from clusters of pandanus and palms. Modern furnishings and fixtures mix effortlessly with recycled and local building materials like thatch, stone, and wood.
Villas include private plunge pools, outdoor bathtubs, and media rooms with TV and Wi-Fi. Two-bedroom villas add kitchens and dining areas, and the spacious three-bedroom villa is perfect for large family gatherings. All the villas come with bicycles, so you can explore the island with pedal power.
Fusing French, Polynesian, and East-meets-West styles, the food is divine and incorporates fresh produce from the island’s organic gardens. Local seafood features prominently, and the fluffy, flaky breakfast croissants are a guest favorite. Vegan options are also offered.
As you would expect, activities revolve around the water, and the resort provides all the equipment you need to paddleboard, snorkel, dive, and kayak in the crystal-clear waters. If you’d like to learn more about the island’s ecology and conservation, you can visit the eco-station and chat with the researchers.
The resort also offers talks on Polynesian culture and history. Lagoon School keeps the little ones busy, and tennis, deep-sea fishing, dancing, and fitness classes are more active options.
All-inclusive rates are optional, but all island activities and holistic treatments at the soulful spa are covered by this full-board plan.
4. Ozen Life Maadhoo, Maldives
Synonymous with exclusive luxury in paradise, the islands comprising the Maldives are scattered across thousands of miles of Indian Ocean lagoons just south of India. Ozen Life Maadhoo sits on one of these picture-perfect islands surrounded by a clear turquoise and sea foam green sea, and filled with lush vegetation on land.
This all-inclusive 5-star resort caters to couples and families alike. Book one of the mesmerizing overwater villas if this is a romantic getaway. These come with private pools and direct access to the sea from a ladder on your porch. Families will like the two-bedroom Earth Family Pool Suites. Both come with shared butler service.
The resort is just a 45-minute speedboat ride from the international airport on Male. The INDULGENCE Plan here also includes more than just meals and beverages. It also offers excursions like snorkeling and sunset fishing trips.
Other amenities include an overwater gym, a kids’ club with daily activities, and spa services. Also don’t skip a meal in the underwater restaurant. It is one of four included in your rate.
5. Jumby Bay Island – an Oetker Collection Hotel, Antigua
On a palm-studded private island in Antigua rimmed by dazzling beaches, Jumby Bay is tropical elegance at its best. One of the top luxury all-inclusive resorts in the Caribbean, Jumby Bay offers all the expected luxuries and modern conveniences of a 5-star resort but in a peaceful pocket of paradise. The entire island is car-free, but you can explore it on a bike and soak up the relaxed pace of life.
Jumby Bay is known for its doting staff, who provide impeccable service with a warm smile. World-class cuisine infused with tropical flavors stars at the fine-dining restaurant, but you can also dine by the pool and beach.
Despite the remote feel of the setting, you can still stay connected to the outside world. The 40 air-conditioned luxury guest rooms and villas come with all the modern conveniences, including large flat-screen TVs, Bose sound systems, Nespresso coffee makers, and Wi-Fi. But they also have timeless romantic features that couples love, including four-poster beds dressed in Italian linens, wraparound terraces, and private outdoor gardens with rain showers.
Red-roofed villas and houses add extra luxuries, like private chefs, personal butlers, and swimming pools. No wonder this is one of the best luxury resorts in the world.
When you’re not basking under rustling palms on the beach, you can work out at the gym, swim in the infinity pool, play tennis or golf, or succumb to a pampering session at the spa.
Eco-conscious guests will also appreciate the recycling program and conservation projects, such as the Hawksbill Turtle Preservation Program.
Children are welcome at this 5-star all-inclusive resort, and customized adventures keep them entertained.
6. Four Seasons Tented Camp Golden Triangle, Thailand
If your idea of paradise is an Asian wilderness adventure, Four Seasons Tented Camp Golden Triangle is an excellent choice. As Four Seasons’ first all-inclusive property, this camp bordering Burma and Laos caters to adventure seekers and nature lovers.
If you think “tents” can’t be luxurious, think again. Peeking out from hillsides wrapped in lush jungle, these palatial safari-style tents evoke an elegant 19th-century feel with authentic Thai touches. Handcrafted furniture, clawfoot tubs, and sumptuous netted beds are typical features, and the outdoor showers and rustic textures, such as bamboo and local hardwoods, complement the stunning natural surroundings.
Dining is also an adventure. Pluck fresh produce from trees on the property on a foraging walk and let the chef conjure a mouthwatering meal, or take a Thai cooking class.
Animal lovers will be in heaven here. You can walk through the wilderness with rescued elephants and their mahouts, or look for other wildlife as you cruise down the Ruak River.
You can soak up some culture, too. Hillside bicycle tours travel through rice paddies and pineapple plantations, and you can also take a day trip to sacred temples or explore neighboring Burma, among other adventures.
Feel like some pampering? Relax with a mountain botanical treatment at the open-sided jungle spa, tucked within a tranquil bamboo forest.
Guests leave feeling as though they’ve taken a luxury safari, but they don’t have to travel to Africa.
7. Grand Palladium Ibiza Resort & Spa, Spain
In the heart of Ibiza’s Playa d’en Bossa, Grand Palladium Ibiza Resort & Spa is a 5-star, all-inclusive property. The hotel faces the longest stretch of white-sand beach on the island and is surrounded by well-maintained flowering gardens. It caters to couples and families alike and there is an on-site kids’ club if you have little ones.
There are four classes of rooms and suites. All are elegant with a contemporary vibe and some fun bright color splashes. Even the least expensive double rooms come with whirlpool bathtubs. The Deluxe Jacuzzi rooms are what to book if you enjoy your bubbles in a tub. These come with private furnished terraces featuring artificial grass and a hydromassage tub for two.
There are five restaurants to choose from, including one serving Mexican, and another featuring a buffet. Activities from aerobics to Zumba are included in your rate. At night, there is often live entertainment. The hotel also has four outdoor swimming pools and direct beach access.
8. Excellence Playa Mujeres, Mexico
The Mexican Caribbean is home to some of the top luxury all-inclusive resorts in North America. One option is Excellence Playa Mujeres in a gated community about half an hour north of the Cancun airport. Set on a gorgeous stretch of sugary white sand meets turquoise sea beach with views of Isla Mujeres in the background, it is a 5-star, adults-only, all-suite resort.
Suites come in a variety of configurations, but booking the Excellence Club designated rooms adds extra benefits to your all-inclusive experience. These include private check-in and checkout, a private lounge, and a beach area and restaurant only open to club guests. Even if you opt out of this level, the regular service is excellent, and there are nearly a dozen restaurant options with mostly a la carte menus. Food choices range from Mexican to Italian, Indian and Spanish.
The resort is also known for its swimming pools and lazy rivers, which are especially fun for adults as no small children are splashing around. The water areas weave around the resort’s tropical gardens. Additionally, there are four hot tubs on the property.
Other included activities include snorkeling, paddleboarding, yoga classes, and Spanish lessons. While it costs extra, the Miile Spa is well worth booking for a treatment. This also gives you access to the Aqua Wellness Hydrotherapy Circuit.
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